SPORT DE SANG - Boxing Podcast

Round 83 sees us welcome Irish boxer Lee Gormley to the podcast as he prepares for his upcoming clash with Sonny Hardy this Saturday at the iconic York Hall. Gormley returns for his 10th professional outing against the unbeaten Hardy in what promises to be another important chapter in his career. A super featherweight who has already shared the ring in some memorable contests and enjoyed remarkabl...

Round 82 brings all the delights of boxing in Hull as Alex and Matt discuss media allocations, O’Shaquie Foster, Adam Azim and the latest talking points from around the sport. We then catch up with Martin Hillman following his TKO victory, as he talks us through an extraordinary journey to Marbella that somehow involved Switzerland, Madrid and an arrest along the way. Then it’s time for THE QUIZ....

This week we welcome boxer Martin Hillman onto the podcast ahead of his latest outing in Marbella on May 23rd. Expect insight into his preparation, fighting abroad, and a mention of Cuban great Guillermo Rigondeaux. The team also break down all the latest boxing news including Dave Allen, Wardley vs Dubois, and a standout performance from Paddy Donovan. Later in the podcast the SDS Quiz returns, w...

This week on SDS, we ask the question gripping modern boxing, PEDs… a boxing epidemic? We sit down with Chris Wardrope, chairman of the British and Irish Boxing Authority, and the man directly involved in fighter testing, to tackle the uncomfortable questions. How does testing actually work? What gets flagged? Why do some cases become public while others quietly disappear? And is boxing doing enou...

The legendary US Boxing writer Jack Hirsch joins us to discuss his brand new book, Michael “Jinx” Spinks: Authorised Biography. A journey through the fighters career from Olympic Gold, Light Heavyweight Unified Champion and defeating the mighty Larry Holmes at Heavyweight. Jack not only discusses his book but gives an insight into writing and being around boxing in those heydays. Of course Alex an...

Alex, Matt and Rah kick things off with a look back at the weekend’s action, headlined by the heavyweight clash between Derek Chisora and Deontay Wilder at The O2, before turning their attention to the scenes and stories coming out of Kensington Olympia. The show then welcomes special guest Lilyella Craw-Seaman, who opens up on her return to boxing, a refreshed mindset, and a new approach to her c...

This week, Rah and Matt kick things off with a review of this weekend’s Matchroom Boxing card, breaking down all the key talking points. Then it’s over to Evolve Boxing Academy, where Tom Brennan has been rebuilding and pushing towards a fresh assault on the Southern Area title. It’s an honest and compelling look at a unique boxing partnership, and what it means to face adversity head on. Come alo...

This week we’re delighted to welcome Vancouver Island Heavyweight boxer Brandon Colantonio, a fantastic performance against Joshua Edwards in Vegas has thrusted this fighter into the limelight and it was pleasure to hear all about his background in the sport. Alex and Rob kick off by chewing the fat on all the latest boxing news including Zuffa, IBF’s and WBC’s…and finally Alex and Rah catch up wi...

This week we kick things off by welcoming back the BOXING SHREW, reporting from his bunker in Saudi Arabia. We head straight into the latest boxing news and break down the mega card at KENSINGTON OLYMPIA. We then sit down with JORDAN BARKER-PORTER to talk European title fights, opportunities, and the discipline of staying ready in the gym when the call could come at any time. To cap off a bumper e...

HEAVYWEIGHT SPECIAL Alex and Rah catch up after fight night in Liverpool, unpacking the energy, the fallout and the talking points from Nick Ball vs Brandon Figueroa, before switching gears into a full-scale heavyweight deep dive. From there it’s all domestic heavyweight chat. The names, the momentum, the fighters bubbling under and the questions around who’s really ready to move from graft to con...

Round 73 welcomes British super featherweight Robert Caswell, as the Chatham fighter looks ahead to a pivotal 2026 and a growing push towards title contention. Caswell reflects on staying ready, the discipline of camp life, and the lessons learned across a 14-fight professional journey. EZ RAW returns to the podcast to spark a lively debate on the upcoming Teofimo Lopez vs Shakur Stevenson, leavin...

It’s the first podcast of 2026 and we welcome a fabulous guest in Boxing Coach, Cut Man, hand wrapping…you name it Andy Gill of Evolve Boxing Academy. We could listen to Andy talk boxing all day but for this podcast he gives us a great insight into the workings and lifestyle of training boxers. A unique journey in the sport and through life. Of course we also chat boxing with a celebration of Dalt...

Join Alex, Rah and Matt for a Christmas special episode packed with stories, laughs and proper boxing chat. We welcome special guest Jordan Grannum, who opens up on life in the trade as a journeyman, his place in the boxing ecosystem and what a massive 2026 could look like as he closes in on his 200th professional bout. The lads break down the latest boxing news, including • Eli Frankham vs Michae...

A huge podcast for ROUND 70 as we welcome not only the Aberdeen Assassin, Lee McAllister, but also BIBA CEO Chris Wardrope. An insightful look into Lee's career, packed with success and leaps across multiple weight divisions in a journey that has spanned more than two decades. A character, a fighter and a storyteller you do not want to miss. Chris Wardrope joins us and gives a brilliant look into...

ROUND 69 This week we welcome British heavyweight Michael Webster as he gets set for his showdown with Hughie Fury in the Netherlands. We dig into his English and British title clashes with TKV and Solomon Dacres, plus what it really takes to stay ready when opportunity knocks. We also break down last weekend’s Conor Benn versus Chris Eubank Jr fight and ask the question everyone is thinking… is t...

Join Alex, Rah, and Matt as they break down all the weekend’s action from Buatsi vs Parker and dive deep into the state of British boxing. We’re joined by America’s No.1 heavyweight Michael Hunter, who previews his December 5th barnstormer against Eli Frankham at York Hall. We also hear from William Storey, CEO of Rich Energy, on promoting the fight night and Hunter’s new British venture. Plus, El...

This week we sit down with Martin Hillman, a man on a mission in Africa. From the dust and heat of the gyms in Africa to the bright lights of Fight Night, Hillman opens up about his journey, the setbacks, and the drive that’s pushing him toward the Commonwealth Silver Belt this Saturday, October 25th. We also break down one of the year’s most intriguing heavyweight matchups, Joseph Parker vs. Fabi...

Alex and Rah open the show with a quick-fire boxing catch-up before welcoming THE TROJAN, English Super Middleweight Champion Troy Williamson, to the studio. The lads talk mindset, momentum, and the grind behind the belts. Then it’s on to fight week in Sheffield — breaking down a stacked card headlined by Dave Allen vs Arslan Makhmudov. Expect strong opinions, sharp insight, and the usual SDS chao...

This week on the podcast we welcome British and Commonwealth champion Emma Dolan to discuss her fights and achievements so far and a potential world title shot on the horizon. Alex is joined by Matt of the Counterpunch as they catch up on all the Canelo/Crawford latest and also that great victory for Lewis Crocker becoming the new IBF world champion. This podcast will also commemorate the legendar...

Alex and Rah dive into the world of Japanese boxing, exploring the rise of Naoya Inoue and his impact on the sport as Rah gears up for a big trip to Japan. Later, Rob joins Rah for a heated head-to-head debate on the dream mega fight between Canelo Álvarez and Terence Crawford — breaking down styles, legacies, and who really comes out on top.

ROUND 63 – ITAUMA vs WHYTE, Undercard Breakdown, with Josh Padley Alex and Rob break down the big clash between Moses Itauma and Dillian Whyte, plus all the key action from the undercard. Rising 130lb contender Josh Padley joins the show to talk about the super featherweight division, including his thoughts on Reece Bellotti. Friend of the pod EZ RAW drops in with his own take on Itauma – and a fe...

This week, we welcome a very special guest — Paul Lincoln, a former amateur standout who boxed out of the legendary Repton ABC in Bethnal Green during the golden era of the 1970s. Fighting under the guidance of icons Tony Burns MBE and George Odwell, Paul captured ABA titles and proudly represented England both at home and abroad. In this episode, he shares raw, honest memories — from brutal sparr...

This week we jump straight into the USYK vs DUBOIS fight week, just what does DUBOIS need to do to beat the Ukrainian Heavyweight Ballerina. We then welcome guest GIORGIO “DRACULA” ISAILA to discuss his early lessons in boxing, boxing at the YORK HALL and making it his new home…think CASTLE DRACULA. Then we cap off with a look at that fantastic MVP card in New York with KATIE TAYLOR firmly confirm...

We’re back after a summer hiatus and straight back into the boxing action. Alex and Rob kick-off with a look at all the latest boxing news and then we are joined by Jared Hayter of Neilson Boxing. Alex, Rah and Jared look at this weekends card at York Hall and the steady rise of Neilson Boxing alongside TM14 Promotions. Finally we have a new QUIZ!!! MY FIGHTER as Rob Boxing Shrew takes the hot sea...

So much has happened that the podcast is divided between the US & UK. First Alex and Rob delve into all he “action” at FATAL FURY and of course CANELO & INOUE. What’s happened to RYAN GARCIA? and predictions for CANELO/CRAWFORD. Then it’s back to the UK with the hotly anticipated WOOD/CACACE that Rob will be attending at Ringside. We also discuss TAYLOR/ESSUMAN and both undercards.